036 - Teach Your Teens to Be Their Own Hero

Today we’re going to talk about heroes! Specifically, what makes a hero and how your teen can be their own hero. They don’t have to wait for someone to save them. They don't have to wait for someone else to make a difference. They can do it themselves.  What is a hero? Ask your teen who their heroes are Heroes are people who are admired for great deeds Recognize real heroes around us Frontline workers, teachers, point out characteristics of people in TV shows or book Help them see heroes around them Role model gratitude Encourage them to be involved  Point out their heroic traits Help your teen see how they can be their own heroes Foster Heroic imaginations Help them see things that aren’t right Teach them they can resolve a conflict Help them develop confidence Model care and empathy Express expectation that kids will act heroically   Resources: Parasiliti, B. (2017, February 06). Understanding the difference between idols and heroes. https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/sports/understanding-the-difference-between-idols-and-heroes/article_ab556cee-ebed-11e6-a734-a36f3bbfa6d6.html#:~:text=Right%20there%20is%20the%20difference,sets%20athletes%20like%20Brady%20apart. Pontz, E. (2020, May 29). 3 Ways to Help Teens Recognize Personal Heroes During the Pandemic. https://parentandteen.com/heroes/ Zafar, S. (n.d.). Be Your Own Hero. https://www.ted.com/talks/samra_zafar_be_your_own_hero  Franco, Z., & Zimbardo, P. (n.d.). The Banality of Heroism. https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/the_banality_of_heroism Burton, K., & https://www.dummies.com/health/mental-health/confidence-for-dummies-cheat-sheet/